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title: "UK SBS DDaT20222 UKRI VPN Mesh Appliances"
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# UK SBS DDaT20222 UKRI VPN Mesh Appliances

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1bf3d95-2695-4a97-8c30-04560aaf4db0

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited, which awarded a contract for the supply of VPN Mesh network equipment titled "UK SBS DDaT20222 UKRI VPN Mesh Appliances". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on network equipment. The contract has been finalised, with the award notice published on 2nd November 2020. The procurement was completed through a selective method, with the contract starting on 2nd November 2020 and ending on 14th December 2020. The tender period concluded on 16th October 2020, and the equipment was delivered to Keyworth in the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in network equipment and related technology solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and volunteer, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, as indicated by the suitability provisions. Engaging in similar contracts can enable these businesses to expand their offerings in the public sector, build their reputations, and enhance their market presence by providing essential components for digital infrastructure.

## Notice

***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the supply of VPN Mesh network equipment and delivery to UKRI DDaT in Keyworth. The Contract was awarded via a Call-Off against the JISC Network Equipment framework agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36025011-c0a6-49ad-a7cc-60c0392dc9b5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 2 Nov 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,176 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IP-PERFORMANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32420000 - Network equipment

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2020 at 16:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36025011-c0a6-49ad-a7cc-60c0392dc9b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36025011-c0a6-49ad-a7cc-60c0392dc9b5
  2nd November 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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